Certified Case Manager Practice Test

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Under Florida Statutes, surrendered newborn infants do not form part of what?

Infant adoption cases
Criminal investigations
Abandonment cases
Neglect cases

The correct answer is: Abandonment cases

Surrendered newborn infants, under Florida Statutes, are specifically safeguarded in a manner that distinguishes them from abandonment cases. When a newborn is surrendered in accordance with the state's safe haven law, it is regarded as a legal act instead of abandonment. This legal framework provides protection and support for both the infants and their birth parents, allowing a safe option for parents who may not be able to care for their babies. By designating the act of surrender as separate from abandonment, the law ensures that infants who are surrendered will be treated with the due process they deserve, instead of being subjected to the criminal implications that come with abandonment cases. The other options relate to contexts where the legal or welfare systems engage with the matters concerning infants, but they do not carry the same protective legal implications related to the act of surrendering a child. This distinction is crucial in understanding how the law works to prioritize the welfare of the child and support the parents' decisions when it comes to surrendering a newborn safely.